| O Osman |
13 March 2005 |
Stayed at ParkCity Everly Hotel - Miri, Malaysia.
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Miri offers balance itinerary for those who wants to have a bit of everything that this Borneo site offer. A good drive to Niah cave follow by a dip in Lambir Waterfall should pretty much cober the eco-tourism part. After which, shopping in the town and dine in its hotel restaurant balance the urban side. I recommend shopping for traditional artifacts which really makes a good souvenirs and decoration for our home. I myself bought an infant carrier which was handmade by the Iban tribe. It costs only RM180 which is about $85 S'pore dollar.people are friendly but still must be wary when enjoying oneself in their disco.
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| M Niven |
03 July 2003 |
Stayed at Miri Marriott Resort and Spa - Miri, Malaysia.
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From Miri we took a short flight and visited Mulu national park which I would highly recommend. It is a great place to visit especially for nature lovers. The plants, mountains and caves are quite spectacular and the people were very friendly and helpful.
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| T Fradkin |
14 August 2001 |
Stayed at Miri Marriott Resort and Spa - Miri, Malaysia.
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breakfast buffet was ok. Forced to have dinner in hotel's western style/local restaurant due to time constraint. very disappointing. ate great dinners in Miri town using lonely planet. also visited Niah Caves NP on our own and stayed overnight. used local transport and had a great experience. tours offered were expensive but helpful. tour operators were very nice and accomodating but did not need to use them.
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| K Byner |
20 March 2001 |
Stayed at Royal Mulu Resort - Miri, Malaysia.
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The tour of the caves and river were excellent, again thanks to Ricky and John. The food and atmosphere in the restaurant by the park was great (also run by another John). We even had a performance of the warrior dance by John (restaurant owner).
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| K Bourne |
18 March 2001 |
Stayed at Miri Marriott Resort and Spa - Miri, Malaysia.
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We enjoy Miri because it offers shopping and restaurants. The hotel bars vary in the number of guests they attract! We enjoyed a meal at the chinese restaurant opposite the hotel - good value and delicious food. The crocodile farm was interesting if not a little sad!
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| R Brower |
02 March 2001 |
Stayed at Miri Marriott Resort and Spa - Miri, Malaysia.
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A hundred meters to the public bus stop for easy connections to Miri bus station and share taxi stand for day outings to Niah Caves and the long houses in the area. Very helpful Travel Bureau near the bus station in Miri.
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| N Kapitein |
11 February 2001 |
Stayed at Miri Marriott Resort and Spa - Miri, Malaysia.
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A "must go" in Miri for those in need of good Western food is the Cafe Miri where you can sample some excellent Kangaroo and Ostrich steaks (amongst others). Run by an Australian, the service is second to none in Miri. However, the cafe does close for a considerable number of weeks, normally over the Chinese New Year period.
Many of the local eateries are also worth a try. Look out for the most busy ones and just let yourself be surprised.
For sites to visit in the region, go to the Niah Caves. Approximately an hour and a half drive out of Miri, these caves are at least as impressive as the ones at Mulu (if not more so). As the plankways have been slippery all three times I was there, good foodware is essential, although I'm not sure what would be the best anti-slip shoes to wear. Don't forget to visit the museum on the way out (just before you get back onto the boat).
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| P Achleitner |
24 December 2000 |
Stayed at Miri Marriott Resort and Spa - Miri, Malaysia.
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We travelled to Miri by private car (from Brunei), and visited Lambir
Hills National Park (about 20 minutes from Miri). Lambir Hills is a
wonderful place to experience "secondary rain forest", water falls (with swimming holes), and picnic sites. Great place for a day trip.
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| Y Sat |
17 December 2000 |
Stayed at Royal Mulu Resort - Miri, Malaysia.
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Mulu National Park is a place for those who enjoy nature. One must visit Lang, Deer, Wind and Clearwater caves while in the park.
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| Y Sat |
17 December 2000 |
Stayed at Royal Mulu Resort - Miri, Malaysia.
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Mulu National Park is a place for those who enjoy nature. One must visit Lang, Deer, Wind and Clearwater caves while in the park.
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Traveller's Tales: Places to go and see in Miri, Malaysia
